Narrow Chinese Courtyard Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted at the turn of the century, this rustic wooden stool would have been used throughout a
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools
Pine
Narrow Chinese Courtyard Stool, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted at the turn of the century, this rustic wooden stool would have been used throughout a
Pine
Swedish Designer, Stools, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
x 13.9” Diameter Dimensions of narrower stool: 17” H x 13.75” Diameter
Pine
Narrow Dropseat by Frederik Van Humbeeck
Located in Geneve, CH
Narrow Dropseat by Frederik Van Humbeeck Dimensions: W 30 x D 30 x H 55 cm Materials: Wood. Weight
Wood
Tall Provincial Chinese Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
tapered stool features a narrow, rectangular seat supported by four splayed legs linked with straight side
Elm
Tall Provincial Chinese Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
tapered stool features a narrow, rectangular seat supported by four splayed legs linked with straight side
Elm
Pair of Tall Provincial Chinese Stools
Located in Chicago, IL
tapered stool features a narrow, rectangular seat supported by four splayed legs linked with straight side
Elm
Chinese Lucky Eight Stool, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century Provincial stool. A narrow seat is supported by four splayed legs that flare outwards with
Elm
Chinese White Marble Drum Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a minimalist tapered
Marble
Unavailable
H 19.69 in W 17.72 in D 4.73 in
Limbs Wood Stool by the Stone by the Door 'American oak version'
Located in Shanghai, CN
A narrow stool setting of three disjointed forms, pressed against one another. To be used whenever
Oak
PAGODE Stool - Oak / Green Melange
Located in Griesheim, DE
peace, harmony and a source of energy, were the inspiration for the PAGODE stool. A narrow base supports
Polyester, Oak
Sold
H 17.5 in W 66 in D 14.5 in
Paint Decorated French Louis XV Long Narrow Window Bench Stool Ottoman C1940
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a great size for the foot of a bed or up against a window. The size really is rather hard to find and the quality and is exceptional. Nice color and upholstery. Measures 66...
Hardwood
Four Belgian Oak Stools
Located in Houston, TX
. While they are all the same height of 18 inches, some are more narrow than others. These stools are
Oak
Chinese White Marble Drum Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a Minimalist tapered
Marble
Chinese Rustic Tapered Stool, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
courtyard home as versatile everyday seating. The tapered stool has a narrow, rectangular seat supported by
Pine
Provincial Chinese Splayed Leg Stool, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
throughout a courtyard home as versatile everyday seating. The tapered stool features a narrow, rectangular
Pine
Beautiful Mid Century Oak Stool with Backrest
Located in München, DE
Beautiful Mid Century stool with a narrow backrest made of oak wood in dark brown. High-quality
Oak
Small Rectangular Antique Low Side Table
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period stool from the early 20th century with narrow waisted top
Wood
Sold
H 19 in W 38 in D 10.75 in
Antique English Bench Stool Pegged Turned Post Oak Window Seat Narrow Depth
Located in Tyler, TX
Charming antique English oak bench or stool~~Pegged Construction~~c. 1920s Classic British flair
Oak
Concrete Stool by Ludwig Walser for Eternit
By Ludwig Walser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
side table. Architectural lines, would also look great inside. Matching stool slightly narrower
Concrete
Bamileke Cameroon Pedestal Style Carved Stool or Side Table
Located in Troy, MI
This circa 1980s hand carved narrow pedestal style stool or side table was made from a single piece
Wood
Vintage French Petite Farm Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
narrow bench, almost stool like, is perfect for a plant or pottery enthusiast.
Oak
White Chinese Marble Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a Minimalist tapered
Limestone
Chinese White Marble Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a minimalist tapered
Limestone
Chinese Limestone Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of limestone with a minimalist tapered design
Limestone
Chinese Limestone Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of limestone with a minimalist tapered design
Limestone
Sold
H 29 in W 48 in D 27 in
Vintage English Authentic Pub Table on a Cast Iron Base with Number 2 Plaque
Located in Centennial, CO
cast iron base. A round number 2 plaque is inset in one end. Perfect for a set of 4 English pub stools
Iron
Early 20th Century Narrow Wooden African Bench/Stool from Cameroon
Located in Wainscott, NY
Early 20th century narrow wooden bench /stool from Cameroon.
Wood
19th Century American Three-Legged Stool
Located in Chicago, IL
A 19th century American oak three-legged stool with tall narrow tapered pegged legs and a
Wood
Sold
H 19.69 in W 9.06 in D 8.86 in
A Narrow Pedestal / Stool in Solid Pine, Danish Mid Century Modern, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A Danish modern pedestall in solid pine, made in the 1950s. The warm, natural hues of solid pine and unadorned simplicity make it a versatile and timeless addition to any space.
Pine
Chinese White Marble Drum
Located in Chicago, IL
This narrow drum stool was carved from a solid block of white marble with a minimalist tapered
Marble
Early 20th Century Chinese Elevated Feng Table
Located in Chicago, IL
borrows its design from the classic feng deng, which translates literally to square stool. Set upon narrow
Elm
Sold
H 27.96 in Dm 13 in
Castiglioni Brothers Italian Zanotta "Sella" Pink Steel Stool with Black Saddle
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Mornico al Serio ( BG), Lombardia
"Sella" narrow stool designed by Castiglioni brothers in the 1957. This funny stool is produced by
Iron, Steel
$17,071 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$7,092 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.' Seat height: 15.75” All upholstered furniture can be reupholstered upon request for an additional ...
Fabric, Wood
$1,800 / item
H 26 in W 18 in D 18 in
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stool, Cicely Modern Sheepskin Counter Stool, White Oak This Modern Cicely Counter Stool with Sheepskin Seat is beautifully constructed from solid white oak in Ohio, ...
Sheepskin, Wood, Oak
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
Hardwood
$42,000 / set
H 30.52 in W 41.74 in D 33.08 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
Set of 8 Niels Møller Model 77 Dining Chairs, 1959
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in London, England
Niels Moller Model 77 dining chairs, 1959 Set of 8 rosewood dining chairs designed by Niels O. Moller for J.L. Moller Mobelfabrik, Denmark in 1959. Produced c1960s. The seats h...
Papercord, Rosewood
$3,840Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 13 in D 6.75 in
Pair of 'Montparnasse' Sconces by Sergio Asti for Candle
By Candle, Sergio Asti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Montparnasse' Sconces by Sergio Asti for Candle. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa the 1970s. Double-breasted white acrylic shields form these minimal sconces. Each ...
Aluminum
Round Oak Modernized Art Deco Gueridon Side Table, France 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant gueridon with a tri-lobe base raised on thick round feet. Original patina.
Oak
$8,936
H 57.49 in W 28.35 in D 14.18 in
1940s chest of drawers / archive cabinet by Danish cabinet maker. Oak and brass
By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner, Børge Mogensen
Located in København K, 84
Mid-20th century Danish craftsmanship, one cannot overlook the exquisite elegance and sacral allure embodied within the masterful work of a 1940s Danish cabinetmaker. This archival c...
Brass
$24,500 / set
H 28.75 in W 32 in D 40 in
Melchiore Bega Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Shearling, Wood, Italy, 1940s
By Melchiore Vega
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of sizeable beige shearling and dark-stained wood lounge chairs attributed to Melchiore Bega, Italy, 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 15.5" Arm Height (inches): 25.13" All item...
Sheepskin, Wood
$4,527 / set
H 18.12 in Dm 12.6 in
Pair of Nordiska Kompaniet Stools/ Side Tables in Solid Pine, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, David Rosén, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of stools/side tables was produced by Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in the 1940s. Crafted from solid pine, the pieces have developed a beautiful natural patina over tim...
Pine
Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Superb pair of armchairs in beech wood upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023
Fabric, Beech
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